How To Fix RH229 - Table &1 locked; cannot save hierarchy

RH229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RH - BW: Hierarchies ( basic functions )

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Table &1 locked; cannot save hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH229 - Table &1 locked; cannot save hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message RH229, which states "Table &1 locked; cannot save hierarchy," typically occurs when there is an attempt to save a hierarchy in the SAP system, but the underlying table that stores the hierarchy data is locked. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user or process may be accessing or modifying the same hierarchy data, causing the table to be locked.
  Long-Running Transactions: A transaction that takes a long time to complete may hold a lock on the table, preventing other transactions from saving changes.
  System Errors: There may be system errors or issues with the database that lead to locking problems.
  Background Jobs: Background jobs that are processing data related to the hierarchy may also lock the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for existing locks on the table. You can identify the